Brian helped us navigate one of the most challenging periods in our company's history. His calm, experienced guidance made all the difference — we came out stronger than we went in.
Los Angeles Business Consultant
Your Business Deserves an Expert in Its Corner
Whether your company is in crisis or you're ready to sell, I bring 40 years of real-world experience as a CEO, turnaround specialist, and exit planner to help you make the right moves — fast.
40+
Years of Experience
100s
Owners Helped
5
Industries as CEO
"You don't need another consultant with a textbook answer. You need someone who has sat in the CEO's chair, made the hard calls, and come out the other side."
About Brian Wygle
Experience That Goes Beyond Theory
Over a 40-year career, Brian Wygle has served as CEO across multiple industries, led complex merger and acquisition negotiations, and stepped in as an interim manager to stabilize companies in freefall. He doesn't just advise — he fixes.
Whether you're a small business owner in Los Angeles facing a crisis, or an established company owner ready to exit on your own terms, Brian has navigated these challenges firsthand — and he can guide you through them.
Investment Banking Background
Mergers & Acquisitions
Multi-Industry CEO Experience
Trusted Advisor to Owners
Business Consulting Services — Los Angeles
Services Tailored to Every Stage of Your Business
From launch through exit, I provide expertise matched to exactly where your business is — and where you want it to go.
Business Turnarounds
Is your company in distress? I identify the root causes fast and implement a clear, actionable recovery plan to stabilize and rebuild profitability.
Exit Planning & Business Sales
Planning to sell? I help you maximize value, find the right buyers, and negotiate the best possible outcome — on your timeline.
Strategic Planning
Feeling stuck or uncertain about direction? I work alongside you to build a clear, realistic strategy that aligns your team and drives growth.
Crisis Management
When a sudden crisis threatens your business, you need experienced, calm leadership. I step in immediately to assess, contain, and resolve.
Interim Management
Need experienced leadership while you search for a permanent solution? I serve as interim CEO or senior executive to keep your company moving forward.
Owner Sounding Board
Sometimes you just need a trusted advisor with no agenda. I serve as your confidential sounding board for the decisions that keep you up at night.
📊 Free Tool — No Sign-Up Required
How Healthy Is Your Business, Really?
Take Brian's free 15-question Business Health Scorecard and get an instant, personalized assessment across the five critical areas that determine whether your company is thriving — or quietly heading for trouble.
15 honest questions — about 4 minutes to complete
Scored across 5 key business areas
Instant results: Healthy / Caution / Concern / Crisis
Personalized insights and recommendations for each area
100% free, confidential, and no sign-up required
How It Works
A Simple Path to Getting Help
No complex intake forms or long delays. Here's how we get started.
Free Consultation
Schedule a no-obligation call to discuss your situation and what kind of help you need.
Diagnosis
I take a deep look at your business to identify the core challenges and opportunities.
Custom Plan
Together, we build a clear roadmap tailored to your goals, timeline, and resources.
Execution & Results
I work alongside you — hands-on — until we achieve the outcome you're looking for.
Client Endorsements
What Business Owners Say
When I was ready to sell my business, I had no idea where to start. Brian walked me through every step, protected my interests in negotiations, and helped me get a deal I was truly proud of.
Having someone with Brian's background in your corner feels like an unfair advantage. He's seen it all, and his perspective has saved us from costly mistakes more than once.
Everything on This Site
Explore the Full Website
Every resource, tool, and page Brian has created to help you make better decisions about your business — all in one place.
About Brian
40+ years as a CEO, investment banker, and corporate fixer. Learn Brian's background, philosophy, and hands-on approach.
Learn More →Services
Turnarounds, exit planning, crisis management, interim management, conflict resolution, and strategic advisory — organized by business lifecycle stage.
View All Services →Client Examples
Real business situations Brian has fixed — family feuds, IRS trouble, embezzlement, shareholder lawsuits, failed mergers, and more.
See Examples →Endorsements
What business owners, executives, attorneys, and financial professionals say about working with Brian — in their own words.
Read Endorsements →Free Business Scorecard
15 questions. 4 minutes. An instant assessment of your company's health across 5 key areas. Completely free — no sign-up required.
Take the Scorecard →Library
Free and premium business articles by Brian — covering turnarounds, exit planning, negotiations, leadership, and building a balanced company.
Browse Library →Videos
Podcast clips and instructional videos from Brian — practical, experience-driven guidance on the challenges owners face most.
Watch Videos →Book a Consultation
Schedule your free, no-obligation consultation online. Available by phone, video, or in-person at the Burbank office.
Book Now — It's Free →Nationwide Consulting
Brian works with business owners across all 50 states by phone and video. Geography is not a barrier — results are what matter.
Learn More →Contact
Call (818) 653-3199, email brian@helpformycompany.com, or send a message. Brian responds personally to every inquiry.
Get in Touch →Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a business turnaround consultant do?
A business turnaround consultant identifies the root causes of a company's financial or operational distress and implements a recovery plan to stabilize the business and rebuild profitability. Brian Wygle has over 40 years of experience leading turnarounds for companies across many industries in Los Angeles and nationwide.
How do I know if I need exit planning help?
If you are considering selling your business in the next 1–10 years, exit planning can significantly increase the value you receive and help you sell on your own terms. Brian helps Los Angeles business owners prepare, position, and execute successful business exits.
Is the first consultation really free?
Yes — completely free, no obligation, and completely confidential. Schedule online or call (818) 653-3199. Brian reads every message personally and responds directly — there is no assistant or intake team.
What is the free Business Health Scorecard?
The Business Health Scorecard is a free 15-question self-assessment built on the same framework Brian uses when he starts working with a new client. It scores your business across 5 areas — financial health, operations, leadership, strategy, and exit readiness — and delivers an instant, personalized result. Takes about 4 minutes. No sign-up required.